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School: Áthán (B.), Lios na Groighe (roll number 14173)

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Áthán, Co. Luimnigh
Teacher:
Seán Ó Héalaithe
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0523, Page 375

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    I
    My name is John Moloney
    I'm now fourteen years old
    I'm quiet a nice young fellow
    Though some people think I'm bold
    As I walk to school each morning
    I feel so gay and free.
    A brighter looking pupil you need not wish to see.
    II
    For half an hour each morning.
    We play the national game.
    My pals at school must all admit
    Im a terror at that same.
    Then the master will remind us.
    There a time for work and play,
    So we march into the school room
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
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